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KV02 ETK

2002 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,046 mi
Last recorded160,046 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S 43095,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 ETK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 160,046 miles

front & rear discs all worn

Pass 22 Sep 2009 144,912 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 144,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 124,980 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 107,450 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 84,027 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S 430?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 663
Brake pipe excessively corroded 268
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 225
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 210
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KV02 ETK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV02 ETK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S 430 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV02 ETK registered?

KV02 ETK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is KV02 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV02 ETK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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